Brown-Banded Cockroach
Supella longipalpa
A smaller cockroach that prefers warmer, drier locations away from water, such as upper cabinets and electronics.
Identification
Brown-banded cockroaches are about 1/2 inch long, light brown, with two light bands across the wings and abdomen.
Brown-Banded Cockroach is a type of cockroach. See the full cockroaches guide for signs, treatment, and prevention.
Known species and subtypes
- German CockroachBlattella germanica
The most common indoor cockroach, light brown with two dark stripes, favoring warm, humid kitchens and bathrooms.
- American CockroachPeriplaneta americana
The largest common household cockroach, reddish-brown, often found in basements, sewers, and utility areas.
- Oriental CockroachBlatta orientalis
A dark, shiny cockroach that prefers cool, damp locations such as basements, drains, and crawlspaces.
Get brown-banded cockroach help near you
Search local, licensed pest control companies by ZIP code.
Looking for a specific service? Browse general pest control companies.